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MA Publishing

Manchester Metropolitan University

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Manchester Metropolitan University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    05-OCT-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Delivered in collaboration with leading industry professionals, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed for a variety of careers in publishing.

You will explore the complex anatomies and eco-systems of the publishing industry and its markets in the UK and internationally, as well as the trends, innovations, opportunities and challenges facing this rapidly changing profession.

Through the duration of the course, you will gain a working knowledge of the business of publishing, examining the structures of a range of organisational models, from major corporate brands to small independent outfits and you will develop an understanding of the different stages, roles and skills involved in the publishing process, and the different publishing formats and platforms available.

Career prospects

This is a practical degree, with many of our students gaining employment before they complete the course. You will be equipped with the skills to pursue a variety of careers in digital and print publishing, including:

editorial

production

sales and marketing

The emphasis is on getting you the practical skills and experience to enter the highly competitive publishing industry. With full access and training in industry programmes, all assessments replicate tasks you might undertake as a publishing professional.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 21,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

  • University League Table

    53rd

  • Campus address

    Manchester Metropolitan University, Ormond Building, Lower Ormond Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M15 6BX, United Kingdom

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The university welcomes a diverse international student population of more than 5,000 international students from over 120 countries.
Each year, a range of welcome events are organised to help new students settle into university, explore the city, and prepare for academic studies.
Study in the centre of the global city of Manchester, on a campus with world-class learning spaces, a lively Students’ Union and fantastic social hubs.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Communication & Media Studies

    42nd out of 92 12

  • Entry standards

    / Max 198
    116 58%

    36th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    69.0 69%

    26th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.12 78%

    64th

    23

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